Litigation Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the South-West is seeking a locum Senior Litigation Lawyer for an initially 3-month contract. The role offers fully remote working with a pay rate of approximately £55 per hour, negotiable based on PQE. Responsibilities include handling diverse litigation cases, advising on criminal and civil matters, and supervising junior team members. Relevant recent experience is required.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in litigation.
• Ability to handle a varied caseload.
• Strong advisory skills in criminal and civil matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle property litigation, highways, and general civil cases.
• Advise on criminal and civil matters including planning enforcement.
• Supervise junior members of the Litigation team.

Skills

Property litigation

Civil litigation

Criminal litigation

Guidance and supervision

Job description

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We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority based in the South-West, who are recruiting for a locum Senior Litigation Lawyer to join the team for 3-months initially.

The role can be on a fully remote basis, with a rate in the region of £55p/hour UMB, negotiable subject to PQE.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Handling a varied caseload including property litigation, highways and general civil litigation, including debt recovery and judicial review proceedings
• Advising on a range of criminal and civil litigation matters, involving planning enforcement and education matters
• Providing guidance and supervision to junior members of the Litigation team

Rewards and Benefits:

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.